To pronounce "contains", say CONT-ains — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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CONT-ains
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"contains" has 2 syllables: cont-ains. It rhymes with remains and manes, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Contains" has 2 syllables: cont · ains.
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